How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to London?

The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to London start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Birmingham to London?

The average train trip from Birmingham to London takes 2h 2m and covers 161 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Avanti West Coast .

Which train operators serve the Birmingham to London route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways , West Midlands Railway , Avanti West Coast .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to London?

The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:11pm.

What is the best train operator from Birmingham to London?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways , with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.

Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to London?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways , with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to London?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways , with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Train Birmingham to London from $19

Next train departures

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 12m	5:18pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 14m	9:20am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	5:17pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	7:47am	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	9:06am	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:14am	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 3m	9:17am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:13pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 2m	5:15pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	5:08pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	8:26am	Birmingham New Street	2h 2m	10:28am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	8:28am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 47m	10:15am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	9:07am	Birmingham New Street	2h 41m	11:48am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	5:17pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:15pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 11m	6:26pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	4:15pm	Birmingham Moor Street	2h 11m	6:26pm	Marylebone	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

Next departures for Birmingham to London on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	3:06pm	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	5:17pm	Euston Station	Cheapest
Train	3:47pm	Birmingham New Street	1h 19m	5:06pm	Euston Station	Fastest
Train	7:06am	Birmingham New Street	2h 11m	9:17am	Euston Station	No tags
Train	7:15am	Birmingham Moor Street	1h 58m	9:13am	Marylebone	No tags
Train	7:17am	Birmingham New Street	1h 21m	8:38am	Euston Station	No tags

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Compare 3 ways to go from Birmingham to London

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach London. The journey takes about 2 hours 20 minutes, and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2carpool per day

2h 20mAverage Duration

163 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$12 - $161	Average Duration3h 35m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$14 - $337	Average Duration2h 2m	CO₂ emissions 4kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$12 - $48	Average Duration2h 20m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Train companies

Chiltern Railways

4.5/54 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness5

Wifi5

West Midlands Railway

2.5/55 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.3

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0

Avanti West Coast

4/542 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.5

Wifi2.2

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Birmingham to London by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Birmingham to London?
The cheapest train tickets from Birmingham to London start at $14. The average price for this train route is around $72. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Birmingham to London?
The average train trip from Birmingham to London takes 2h 2m and covers 161 km. The quickest train gets you there in 1h 19m and is operated by Avanti West Coast.
Which train operators serve the Birmingham to London route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 22 trains available per day, including services from Chiltern Railways, West Midlands Railway, Avanti West Coast.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Birmingham to London?
The earliest train from Birmingham to London departs at 7:00am. The latest train departs at 11:11pm.
What is the best train operator from Birmingham to London?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 4 reviews.
Which train operator has the best Wi-Fi from Birmingham to London?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the train operator Chiltern Railways has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which train operator has the best on-time performance from Birmingham to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual train operator on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which train operator has the cleanest trains from Birmingham to London?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the train operator with the cleanest trains on this route is Chiltern Railways, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12-09

$43

12-10

$43

Today

$43

12-12

$43

12-13

$43

12-14

$42

12-15

$31

12-16

$25

The cheapest trip from Birmingham to London was searched and found on Dec 16, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Birmingham to London, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $324 for a train ticket from Birmingham to London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-12-16.

Usually Avanti West Coast, Chiltern Railways will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.